9 of the World’s Cheapest Destinations

Greece

Don’t you wish to see where Mama Mia was filmed? The answer is Skiathos Island in Greece.

Given the current economic crisis in Greece, it’s one of the best cheap destinations in Europe that offers beautiful scenery, history, sandy beaches, islands hopping, hiking and above all delicious seafood.

Romania

Strategically located in the heart of Eastern Europe, birthplace of the real Dracula, famous for enchanting castles and palaces, beautifully painted monasteries well preserved since medieval times, different architectural styles, unspoiled nature, and most of all the best cycling routes in the world. Romania is an underrated European destination and a cheap one to go to.

Czech

Among the hottest destinations in Central Europe, one that is loved by art lovers, beauty appreciators and nightlife gurus. Europe is not cheap, however if you want to take it easy on your wallet a night in a hostel in Prague will cost you 10 to 15$.

Must Sees & Dos

Vltava River Cruise and energetic nights in riverside cafes in Cesky Krumlov

Prague Castle (known as Pražský hrad) and the whole Castle District

Karlovy Vary (Spa town)

Karlstjen Castle

Sedlec Ossuary -insanely creepy, not for horror movies haters

Spanish Synagogue in Prague

Olomouc Festivals

Cycling in scenic routes & discovering the countryside

Spain

Home to the Running of Bulls, and Flamenco, hosting one of the best Football Leagues, land-birth of Paella and Churros. If you are looking for a destination with a variety of things to do and see, from churches and mosques to beaches and flamenco live performances, Spain is definitely the place to be. A bed in a dorm won’t cost you more than 16 euros, if not less, and food is relatively cheap.

La Tomatina Festival in Sevilla or Sanfermies (Running of the bulls) in Pamplona

White water rafting & hiking in the Pyrenees

Turkey

You might say Turkey, everybody goes to Turkey, I have been to Istanbul a couple of times already, not again. How about spicing it up a bit, because Turkey is not just Istanbul. If you want to enjoy the bright sun and sea then head to Izmir, Boudroum, or Fethiye, in for hiking go to Capaddoccia, the options are unlimited and the sky is the limit.

Cambodia

Filled with temples, tropical beaches, and delicious food. Accommodation and food in Cambodia are very cheap in addition to lots of things that could be done for free. Book your flight tickets early and you’ll be good to go.

Vietnam

Another magical destination in Asia offering sandy beaches, adrenaline rushing activities and an ethnic diverse culture. Food & accommodation can’t really get any cheaper, you can have a nice suite in a bed and breakfast hotel for only 15$, and a filling meal could cost you around 1$.

Thailand

In recent years the trend became “going to Thailand to spend the honeymoon”, and that’s for several reasons; 1. it has luxurious accommodation that is relatively cheap, 2. beaches & islands are “the fairy tale” kind of places, 3. there are lots of activities and sightseeing that could be done in affordable prices, and 4. the food is very cheap.

Must Sees & Dos

Floating Markets, the most famous is Damnoen Saduak in Bangkok.

Hiking the way up to the seven waterfalls of Erawan, and taking a dip at Erawan Falls.